This year SCI celebrates
175 years of service to the maritime community.
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Seamen's Church Institute
The Seamen's Church Institute advocates for the personal, professional, and spiritual well being of merchant mariners around the world. The Institute promotes safety, dignity, and improved working and living conditions for millions of men and women serving in the maritime workplace. Founded in 1834, the Institute is a voluntary, ecumenical agency affiliated with the Episcopal Church.
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News at Seamen's Church Institute
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SCI Goes West, Adds New Operations in California
July 3, 2009
The Seamen’s Church Institute (SCI) now has a base of operations on both sides of the American seaboard. As of July 1, 2009, SCI’s Executive Committee assumes management of the International Maritime Center in the San Francisco Bay Area of California. Read more
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SCI Publishes 2008 Annual Report
July 1, 2009
SCI announces the publication of its Annual Report 2008, highlighting the previous year’s events and accomplishments. The Report, titled “Preparing for the Future,” is available for download (PDF) by clicking here.
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SCI Paducah Center:
A Gallery of The Industry’s Pride
June 29, 2009
On Wednesday, June 24, 2009, an Open House gave visitors to the Seamen’s Church Institute’s (SCI) newly renovated Center for Maritime Education in Paducah, KY an eye full. Read more
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World-Class Technology Unveiled in Paducah, KY
June 29, 2009
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to navigate a multi-barge 25,000-ton tow down the Ohio River? SCI’s Open House provided everyday citizens an opportunity to experience it in realistic detail. Read more
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CSR Director Writes "Ten" for JoC
June 24, 2009
The Journal of Commerce published "10 Steps to Respond to Piracy" by Douglas B. Stevenson, Director of SCI's Center for Seafarers' Rights, as part of a multi-media special report of online essays of professional insights into global trade and transport.
Read the article here.
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Silver Bell Awards Recognize
Acts of Courage, Inspiration
June 17, 2009
This year, several acts of courage in the maritime industry received the world’s attention. The Seamen’s Church Institute (SCI) recognized the people behind these headlines at its 32nd Annual Silver Bell Awards Dinner on June 11, 2009. Read more
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Port Newark Seafarers’ Center
Swings into Active Construction
March 27, 2008
SCI’s Port Newark Int'l Seafarers’ Center experienced exciting and visible progress this week.... Read more
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